2007 Audi TT — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 50,786 MOT tests, the 2007 Audi TT recorded a 77.4% pass rate. That is effectively the same as coupes & convertibles of a similar age (21.6% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (10.2%) and suspension (9.4%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, position lamp and headlamp aim — coil spring alone was recorded 2,684 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 25.8% versus 11.8%.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 27.2% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 10.2% | 5,174 |
| 2 | Suspension | 9.4% | 4,771 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.3% | 3,217 |
| 4 | Tyres | 5.2% | 2,659 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.0% | 2,007 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.9% | 1,986 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 2,684 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 2,331 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 2,053 |
| 4 | Joints | 1,725 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 1,617 |
| 6 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 1,575 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 27.2% | 13,786 |
| 2 | Suspension | 24.5% | 12,437 |
| 3 | Brakes | 20.8% | 10,558 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.1% | 5,139 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 9.5% | 4,824 |
| 6 | Other defects | 7.0% | 3,580 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 618 | 11.8% |
| 30-60k | 4,392 | 16.3% |
| 60-90k | 13,870 | 21.1% |
| 90-120k | 17,896 | 23.6% |
| 120-150k | 10,010 | 24.9% |
| 150k+ | 3,983 | 25.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 50,753 | 22.6% |
| Diesel | 33 | 15.2% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 10,867 | 22.3% |
| 2022 | 10,613 | 22.0% |
| 2023 | 10,295 | 22.7% |
| 2024 | 9,764 | 22.9% |
| 2025 | 9,247 | 23.1% |
What to check before buying a 2007 TT
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 10.2% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (10.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (9.4% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (6.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Audi TTs pass their MOT?
77.4% of the 50,786 2007 Audi TT MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Audi TT?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 10.2% of tests, followed by suspension (9.4%).
Does the 2007 TT get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.8% in the 0-30k band to 25.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 50,786 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.